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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,798 cc

T21 NSHMOT history

T21 NSH is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 8 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 22 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 41,144 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Feb 2027
Mileage
41,144 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,698 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T21 NSH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
8 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T21 NSH was last recorded at 41,144 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Feb 2011: 17,503 miles, lower than 17,764 miles on 16 Jan 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
41,136 miles · 20 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
1,698 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 41,144 miles
  • 2025 – 41,121 miles
  • 2024 – 41,047 miles
  • 2023 – 41,024 miles
  • 2022 – 40,971 miles
  • 2021 – 40,757 miles
  • 2020 – 39,456 miles
  • 2019 – 38,474 miles
  • 2018 – 36,726 miles
  • 2017 – 34,462 miles
  • 2016 – 33,056 miles
  • 2015 – 30,073 miles
  • 2014 – 27,101 miles
  • 2013 – 24,437 miles
  • 2012 – 20,849 miles
  • 2011 – 17,503 miles
  • 2010 – 17,764 miles
  • 2008 – 12,179 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass41,144 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside/Nearside rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All front suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Offside/Nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm to front of car

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 8 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass41,144 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    41,144 miles
    Test number
    710989307709
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside/Nearside rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All front suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Offside/Nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail41,136 miles (+15)2 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,136 miles
    Test number
    462768094286
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating Offside/Nearside (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding Offside/Nearside Once handbrake has been relesed (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside/Nearside rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All front suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside/Nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Offside/Nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass41,121 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    41,121 miles
    Test number
    727891338736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail41,120 miles (+73)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,120 miles
    Test number
    494771567729
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass41,047 miles (+23)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    41,047 miles
    Test number
    437669882818
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass41,024 miles (+3)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    41,024 miles
    Test number
    767653306908
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm to front of car (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside and offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers/undertrays fitted preventing full inspection

  7. Fail41,021 miles (+50)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,021 miles
    Test number
    870372332900
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn arm to front of car (marked with chalk) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm to front of car (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside and offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers/undertrays fitted preventing full inspection

  8. Pass40,971 miles (+214)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    40,971 miles
    Test number
    448650302442
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside /offside front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass40,757 miles (+1,301)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    40,757 miles
    Test number
    416561819087
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside /offside front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass39,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    39,456 miles
    Test number
    347634249392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail39,456 miles (+982)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,456 miles
    Test number
    502129781007
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake backing plate loose nearside front and offside front

  12. Pass38,474 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    38,474 miles
    Test number
    326562272805
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to underside of vehicle preventing full inspection

  13. Fail38,471 miles (+1,745)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,471 miles
    Test number
    216411170353
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to underside of vehicle preventing full inspection

  14. Pass36,726 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    36,726 miles
    Test number
    300263776064
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased preventing a full inspection
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted preventing a full inspection
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  15. Fail36,717 miles (+2,255)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,717 miles
    Test number
    716470269497
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush OSF Lower Rear Inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased preventing a full inspection
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted preventing a full inspection
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass34,462 miles (+1,406)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    34,462 miles
    Test number
    590636411034
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted preventing a full inspection

  17. Pass33,056 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    33,056 miles
    Test number
    919591961619
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased preventing full inspection
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers and Undertray's fitted preventing a full inspection
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit On inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail33,056 miles (+2,983)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,056 miles
    Test number
    477545717454
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported Exhaust bracket broken (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased preventing full inspection
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers and Undertray's fitted preventing a full inspection
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit On inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail30,073 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,073 miles
    Test number
    628491245087
    • Repaired at testFront Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass30,073 miles (+2,972)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    30,073 miles
    Test number
    989311245002
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass27,101 miles (+2,664)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    27,101 miles
    Test number
    536405544091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake pipes greased preventing a full inspection

  22. Pass24,437 miles (+3,588)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    24,437 miles
    Test number
    158541613459
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass20,849 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    20,849 miles
    Test number
    647037322080
    • NoteFront brake discs becoming corroded on inner faces !

  24. Fail20,847 miles (+3,344)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,847 miles
    Test number
    899726222063
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteFront brake discs becoming corroded on inner faces !

  25. Pass17,503 miles (-261)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    17,503 miles
    Test number
    186215751444
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass17,764 miles (+5,585)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    17,764 miles
    Test number
    862886110060
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass12,179 miles (+1,807)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    12,179 miles
    Test number
    540992358294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail10,372 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,372 miles
    Test number
    173408108497
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)

  29. Pass10,372 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    10,372 miles
    Test number
    902628308084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T21 NSH

Does T21 NSH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T21 NSH is valid until 22 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T21 NSH?
The MOT on T21 NSH is valid until 22 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T21 NSH done?
T21 NSH was recorded at 41,144 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 1,698 miles a year.
Has T21 NSH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T21 NSH has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T21 NSH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Feb 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T21 NSH find?
T21 NSH passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside/nearside rear bush; front suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all front suspension components corroded, and 2 more.

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